Lectern

Lectern is a death metal powerhouse hailing from Rome, Italy, formed in 1999 by vocalist/bassist Frank Andiver and guitarist Gabriele Cruz. These veterans of the extreme music scene specialize in skull-crushing riffs and lyrical themes steeped in ancient mythology and visceral violence. With a sound rooted in old-school death metal brutality and technical precision, they’ve carved their name into the genre through albums like *Precept of Delator* (2015) and *Fratricidal Concelebration* (2018). Tracks like "Deheadment for Betrayal" showcase their signature blend of relentless drumming, guttural vocals, and labyrinthine guitar work. Lectern’s unapologetic intensity has earned them slots touring with acts like Hour of Penance and Sinister, cementing their status as stalwarts of the European death metal underground.